Penis enlargement (a.k.a. male enhancement) refers to the numerous techniques used to help increase penis size. Various methods focus on different facets of penis size, such as total length, glans size, or girth.
More and more men are looking into penis enlargements. As new and improved methods come to the forefront, you might be curious about what a male enhancement can do for you. Many wonder, “How much does something like that cost?”
Below, we’ll discuss what you can expect to pay for various enlargement options. We’ll help you weigh the expense of different options against their pros and cons.
Varying Expenses
So, how much does penis enlargement cost? In a nutshell, it depends.
There is no hard and fast answer for how much you can expect to spend on penile enhancements. The type of procedure largely dictates your price range.
On the least expensive end, you have non-surgical penis filler injections coming in at around $3,000 per treatment. By comparison, a surgical procedure could cost upward of $25,000.
That’s right, the costs of penis enhancements range from a few thousand to tens of thousands of dollars. It all depends on the type of procedure you choose and everything that goes along with that. For example, you’ll have pre-op consultations, post-op care, and any necessary revisions or touch-ups.
We hope this article helps you better communicate with your provider and ask questions about your chosen treatment and its cost before committing to any approach.
Surgical vs. Non-Surgical Matters
Your goals will influence which enlargement methods you consider. Non-surgical approaches typically focus on changes in girth, while surgical enhancements may also address length. One key difference is cost: penile dermal filler procedures are generally much less expensive than surgical options.
4 Types of Male Enhancement Options
Four types of procedures occupy the male enhancement space. Those are ligament transections, fat transfers, implants, and–the only non-surgical penis enhancement option–dermal fillers. Let’s compare each.
1. Ligament Transections
Suspensory ligament transection procedures alter the way the penis appears in its flaccid state. They are among the more involved and permanent approaches, with quoted costs averaging between $15,000–$25,000.
2. Fat Grafts/Transfers
Fat transfer procedures involve moving fat from one area of the body (such as the abdomen or thighs) to the penis. These procedures generally begin with liposuction and then re-injection of the fat. Typical costs are in the mid-range, around $8,000.
3. Implants
Today’s penile implants use silicone devices placed under the shaft’s skin. Because this is a surgical option, changes are long-lasting, and removal would require another procedure. Costs are generally reported in the $16,000–$18,000 range.
4. Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers are the primary non-surgical penis enhancement option, typically used to enhance girth rather than length. Various filler materials exist, with hyaluronic acid (HA) being one example. Dermal fillers are often priced around $3,000 per treatment, and the number of sessions depends on the individual and their goals.
Dermal Filler Discounts and Financing
Dermal filler pricing varies by location and filler. Check for discounts with potential providers on purchasing units upfront.
Dermal fillers, especially HA, often require maintenance every year or two. You can pre-buy units that never expire and use them over time to benefit from the price break.
What’s In the Cost
We’ve established that your costs depend on your chosen procedure. Now, let’s look at some hidden expenses that affect prices.
- Complexity – Surgery and hospitalization versus outpatient fees affect costs.
- Providers – Specialties, experience, and training add up. Surgeon experience and reputation lead to higher costs.
- Location – Fees vary according to the cost of living in various locales.
- Travel – Your provider might not practice nearby.
- Consultations – Depending on its invasiveness, you may have one or many screenings before your procedure.
- Anesthesia – Surgery involves general anesthesia, which is more invasive and requires a specialist.
- Recovery – More invasive procedures may require time off work, follow-up visits, and travel expenses.
- Permanence – A more permanent procedure, like a penile implant surgery, may involve higher long-term costs if revisions are needed.
Much of the pricing for surgical procedures hinges on the surgeon’s fee, sometimes reported as an hourly rate or average cost. Plastic surgeon charges cover their salary and other items like staff payroll, office rent, professional insurance, medical, and office supplies.
Surgeries often require additional staff, like an anesthesiologist, surgical assistants, and nurses. They could also require extra tools and supplies (anesthesia, scalpels, needles, gloves, bandages, gowns, medications, etc.) before, during, or after the surgery. In these cases, you’re going to see your costs rise.
Regardless of your choice, you may incur personal expenses, like travel, time off work, and recovery supplies.
Don’t Count on Insurance
Insurance carriers generally consider male enhancement procedures elective or cosmetic. That means they will not help you pay for any part of them. You are responsible for the entire bill, which your insurance would call an “out-of-pocket” expense.
Now You Know
Now that you know more about your options, roundabout costs, and some extra expenses you may incur, use this to guide you in choosing the proper procedure and provider.
Some procedures may involve different levels of complexity and commitment. Consider the tradeoffs and consult a provider who takes the time to answer your questions, is straightforward with you, and actively listens.
